Scheduled MonumentsWalesSt Cybi's Well
Medieval · Holy Well

St Cybi's Well

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN037
Period
Medieval
Site type
Holy Well
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St Cybi's Well is a medieval holy well located in Conwy, Wales, dedicated to the sixth-century saint Cybi. The well comprises a stone-lined chamber and associated structures typical of Welsh holy wells, which served both ritual and devotional purposes throughout the medieval period and beyond. Such wells were customarily visited by pilgrims seeking healing or spiritual benefit, and their association with early saints reflected the continuity of Christian worship in Wales from the early medieval period onwards. The site remains an important example of the religious landscape of medieval Conwy and the enduring folk religious practices connected to sacred water sources in Wales.

St Cybi's Well is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN037. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St Cybi's Well?

St Cybi's Well is a medieval holy well located in Conwy, Wales, dedicated to the sixth-century saint Cybi. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN037.

What period does St Cybi's Well date from?

St Cybi's Well dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a holy well. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting St Cybi's Well?

St Cybi's Well is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is CN037.

What other scheduled monuments are near St Cybi's Well?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cross-Incised Stone in Llangybi Churchyard (0.1 km), Carn Pentyrch Camp (0.6 km), Four Crosses Standing Stone (3.5 km).

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